Red, White & Base Ball Featuring the Canal Jumpers and Community Picnic
Step back in time and celebrate America’s pastime during the Hometown Community Picnic featuring the Canal Jumpers on Sunday, July 5 beginning at 11:00 AM at City Park in Tipp City. This free family-friendly event is part of the America 250 celebration weekend and brings the community together for an afternoon filled with vintage baseball, hometown pride, and classic summer picnic fun.
The event will feature Tipp City’s own Canal Jumpers vintage base ball team as current players take on former players and community members in a spirited and entertaining game inspired by the traditions of 1840s baseball. Guests will have the opportunity to experience the early days of America’s favorite pastime while enjoying a relaxed and welcoming community atmosphere.
Families are invited to bring lawn chairs, gather with friends and neighbors, and enjoy a classic community picnic featuring grilled hamburgers and hotdogs. This event is designed to celebrate connection, history, and the traditions that continue to bring communities together across generations.
Additional player announcements and community participants will be released as details are finalized leading up to the event.
The presenting sponsor for this event is Miami County Visitors & Convention Bureau. Additional sponsors are currently being accepted. Special thanks as well to 2026 Community Sponsors Mauk Cabinets by Design and Main Street Financial Group – Thrivent for supporting free community events in Tipp City. Special thanks to Tipp City Chamber of Commerce for supporting this community celebration as an event sponsor.
Come enjoy an afternoon of vintage baseball, hometown memories, and community connection at City Park as Tipp City celebrates America 250 together.
